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Amazon Denies It’s Planning to Accept Bitcoin Payments Anytime Soon

July 28, 2021Rudy Deighton Delta MediaLeave a Comment

Amazon moved to quash speculation surrounding an apparent entry into the world of Bitcoin, with rumors abound that the behemoth retailer was set to accept the world’s largest cryptocurrency as a payment option. Yet, just days after sending a ripple through the Bitcoin network, Amazon refuted the rumor—but gave crypto users a little something else […]

Sony May Be Planning to Bring Its "Most Popular Franchises" to Mobile

April 12, 2021April 12, 2021Rudy Deighton Delta MediaLeave a Comment

Sony Interactive Entertainment is currently looking for someone based in San Mateo or Los Angeles to “own and develop the mobile games strategy for PlayStation Studios.” Is Sony setting up to make a huge splash in the mobile gaming scene? Will PlayStation Become a Real Competitor in the Mobile Gaming Industry? News editor Wesley Yin-Poole […]

5 Planning Calendar Apps to Schedule Your Tasks and Be More Productive

March 9, 2021March 9, 2021Rudy Deighton Delta MediaLeave a Comment

If your to-do list is out of control, a popular trick is to schedule tasks in your calendar. These free calendar and planner apps will ensure you get things done. Productivity is about maximizing time. And the representation of time we usually use is a calendar. The sooner you turn a calendar into a way […]

5 Travel Planning Apps for Free City Guides and Recommended Itineraries

January 21, 2020January 21, 2020Rudy Deighton Delta MediaLeave a Comment

The internet is your best travel buddy today. The next time you travel to a new city, check out these apps and websites. You will find offbeat attractions, walking tours, and sightseeing recommendations that guidebooks might overlook. These apps assume you have already picked your travel destination, so you are now researching what to do […]

6 Websites to Make Christmas Planning Easy for Stress-Free Holidays

November 30, 2019November 30, 2019Rudy Deighton Delta MediaLeave a Comment

The closer we get to Christmas, the sooner you need to start preparing for the big day. These websites will help plan a smooth Christmas, ensuring stress-free and happy holidays. Doing things at the last minute leads to unnecessary stress, running around, and a whole lot of over-spending. That’s why we put together a guide […]

Twitter Is Planning to Cull Inactive Accounts

November 27, 2019November 27, 2019Rudy Deighton Delta MediaLeave a Comment

Twitter is embarking on a mass cull of inactive users. The cull is set to begin on December 11, 2019, so if you haven’t signed into Twitter lately, you should do so right now. Unless you’re happy for Twitter to permanently delete your account. Twitter Wants to Cull All Inactive Accounts This cull is happening […]

Scientists Working On Smart Contacts Powered By Human Tears
August 26, 2023 by Former Writer (Kyle Melnick)
Who needs an external battery when you have good old-fashioned emotions? Scientists based out of Nanyang Technological University, Singapore (NTU Singapore) have begun working on augmented reality (AR) contact lenses capable of displaying virtual information in the real world. But here’s the really interesting part: according to an official release from the university, these high-tech […]
Thief Simulator VR Adds Even More Stuff To Steal On Quest
August 25, 2023 by Former Writer (Kyle Melnick)
Return to a life of crime in this sizable DLC update. Developer 3R Games this week announced a new update for its popular VR game, Thief Simulator VR: Greenview Street, which introduces a brand new neighborhood over twice the size of Greenview Street. Available now on Meta Quest headsets, the Richie R. Street DLC takes […]
I Tried Axe Throwing In VR. Here’s How It Went
August 25, 2023 by Former Writer (Kyle Melnick)
Experience BATL Axe Throwing on Meta Quest headsets. ArcadeXR today announced its 2.0 update for Arcade Legends which introduces axe throwing to the game for the very first time. For those unfamiliar, Arcade Legends is a unique VR experience that allows you to build your own personal arcade. Here you can play 10 official arcade […]
This Virtual Rave Experience Lets You Party Like It’s The ’80s
August 24, 2023 by Former Writer (Kyle Melnick)
Better grab some glowsticks, you’re going to need them. The Geneva International Film Festival returns later this year and it’s bringing with it a one-of-a-kind virtual experience that takes you back in time to the very first rave parties where you can dance to the sounds of old-school acid house music. Produced by the immersive documentary […]
Watch The LA Valorant Finals From This VR E-Sports Arena
August 23, 2023 by Former Writer (Kyle Melnick)
Join your fellow Valorant fans for this one-of-a-kind virtual broadcast. Virtex Stadium, an online virtual event platform available for PC VR headsets, will be broadcasting the Valorant LA Champions finals live in VR this week, offering spectators the chance to immerse themselves in the virtual action like never before. Originally announced back in 2021, Virtex […]
’90s Classic The 7th Guest Returns As A VR Game This October
August 22, 2023 by Former Writer (Kyle Melnick)
Explore a sprawling mansion inhabited by realistic ghosts in this immersive reimagining. Developer Vertigo Games, the team behind popular VR titles such as Arizona Sunshine and After the Fall, has just announced the release date for its latest game, The 7th Guest VR. Revealed during the Gamescom 2023 Opening Night Live Pre-Show, this spooky-looking experience […]
VRChat Mobile Is Now Available In Alpha On Android
August 22, 2023 by Former Writer (Kyle Melnick)
An iOS version is also on the way according to the team. After long last, VRChat, the immensely popular VR social platform, is finally available in alpha on Android devices, allowing you to mix and mingle with other players online via a smartphone or tablet. That said, not everyone will have access to the app […]
This KFC VR Game Is Played Inside A Bucket Of Chicken
August 21, 2023 by Former Writer (Kyle Melnick)
The more points you earn the more IRL chicken you get. Kentucky Fried Chicken (KFC), the popular American fast food chain, has launched a VR game in Hong Kong, China that transported players to a KFC-inspired world where they could earn real-world fried chicken by completing virtual objectives. The “Bucketverse VR” experience immersed players in […]
You Can Now Play The Original Far Cry In VR With Motion Controls
August 18, 2023 by Former Writer (Kyle Melnick)
The 2004 classic looks better than ever in VR. Crytek’s first-person shooter Far Cry can now be played in VR with motion controls thanks to a third-party mod from German developer Holger Frydrych. You may remember Frydrych for his work on the popular Half-Life 2 VR Mod, which lets you experience Valve’s iconic action shooter […]
Toy Trains Lets You Build Your Dream Train Set In VR
August 18, 2023 by Former Writer (Kyle Melnick)
The “playful track-building” game is scheduled to arrive later this year. Developer Something Random this week announced Toy Trains, a new VR game coming soon to major VR platforms. Described as a “playful track-building VR game,” this nostalgia-inducing experience allows you to craft complex virtual railways and solve open-ended puzzles using your motion controllers. Each […]

Disturbance at Winnipeg coffee shop leads police to stolen car, contraband April 9, 2024
A call about a disturbance at a coffee shop led to more than a half-dozen unrelated charges for a Winnipeg man, police say.
Sam Thompson
Kingston police look for missing person April 9, 2024
Sabina Monea, 22, who also goes by "Jo" was last seen in the area of Victoria Parks Friday.
Shane Gibson
A bunch of people dressed up as the sun in Niagara Falls and broke a Guinness record April 9, 2024
If you're wondering whether there is a Guinness World Record for "largest gathering of people dressed as the sun", the answer is, yes, and it now belongs to Niagara Falls, Ont.
Five arrested in Manitoba community after RCMP drug bust April 9, 2024
Mounties say they found over 800 g of crack cocaine worth about $20,000, about 400 g of weed, over $23,000 in cash, and a machete in a drug bust on Kinosao Sipi Cree Nation
Daisy Woelk
Michigan school shooter’s parents sentenced to at least 10 years in prison April 9, 2024
Jennifer and James Crumbley were sentenced immediately after several parents of the victims gave emotional impact statements in an Oakland County courtroom.
Hamilton’s recovery from ransomware attack will take ‘the better part of the year’ April 9, 2024
The city of Hamilton says a 'phase-in schedule' for property tax payments will start in April as IT specialists restart that system, knocked out by the February cyberattack.
Don Mitchell
Pickleball courts to proceed as part of Bonnerworth Park redevelopment in Peterborough April 9, 2024
After a lengthy discussion on Monday, 16 new pickleball courts will be constructed at the McDonnel Street park, along with a specialized bike path and expanded skateboard area.
Greg Davis
B.C. low-income seniors and families to receive one-time $430 benefit April 9, 2024
The B.C. government said the 'top up' cheque will help keep more low-income seniors and families in their homes.
Amy Judd
Regina Urgent Care Centre construction is now complete April 9, 2024
Officials have announced that construction on the new Regina Urgent Care Centre is complete, and an opening date is expected this summer.
Jeanelle Mandes
Country singers Thomas Rhett, MacKenzie Porter to co-host CCMA Awards in Edmonton April 9, 2024
Thomas Rhett will co-host this year's Canadian Country Music Association Awards in Edmonton and will be joined by Alberta-born songstress MacKenzie Porter.